New York Times Strands Hints and Answers for December 25, 2024

Solve today's Strands Christmas puzzle! This article provides hints, clues, and the full solution to help you uncover the nine hidden words, including the pangram. The theme is revealed below, along with spoiler-free assistance and detailed solutions if needed.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #297 (December 25, 2024)

Today's Strands puzzle clue is "A Visit From Santa." Nine words await discovery: the pangram and eight themed words.

Need a Hand? General Hints

These hints offer increasing levels of assistance without revealing specific words.

Hint 1: Think about typical gifts Santa brings.

Read More - Hint 1

Hint 2: Consider small, often inexpensive presents.

Read More - Hint 2

Hint 3: What small items might fill a Christmas stocking?

Read More - Hint 3

Spoiler Alerts: Word Placement

These sections reveal two words and their locations within the puzzle grid.

Word 1: Candy

Read More - Spoiler 1

Word 2: Toys

Read More - Spoiler 2

Complete Solution

Ready for the full answer? This section reveals all themed words and their positions in the grid.

The theme is Stocking Stuffers. The words are: Toys, Plushie, Orange, Socks, Scarf, Coal, Candy, and Pens.

Read More - Full Solution

Theme Explanation

The clue, "A Visit from Santa," points to Christmas gifts. The theme, Stocking Stuffers, reflects small presents commonly found in Christmas stockings.

Play Strands today on the New York Times Games website! It's accessible on most devices with a browser.